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Understanding Immigration Law
Immigration law governs how individuals enter live and work in the United States.
Common Immigration Cases
- Family visas
- Employment visas
- Green cards
- Citizenship
- Deportation defense
When to Contact an Immigration Lawyer
Legal advice is helpful when applying for visas or facing removal proceedings.
Immigration Process
- Application preparation
- Government filing
- Interview or hearing
Costs
Costs vary depending on the immigration case type.
FAQs
What does an immigration lawyer do?
They help clients navigate immigration laws and applications.
How long do immigration cases take?
Processing times vary by visa type.
Can lawyers help with deportation?
Yes attorneys can defend clients in immigration court.
What is a green card?
Permanent resident status in the United States.
Do I need a lawyer?
Legal guidance helps avoid application mistakes.
5468 Immigration Lawyers Found
Born and raised in Southern California, Ms. León-Paul sought a career involved in social justice and public service and she found it in the area of immigration law. She credits her parents, who came from Mexico at a young age, for instilling this drive in her. Ms. León-Paul received her Bachelor of Science Degree in business administration from Chapman University in 2008.. Ms. León-Paul earned her Juris Doctor degree from Chapman University School of Law. She began her career in immigration law while a student extern of the Public Law Center in Santa Ana in 2009. After being admitted to the California State Bar in 2013, Ms. León-Paul began practicing in an immigration law firm in Santa Ana. She joined U.S. Immigration Law Group, LLP in Santa Ana in January 2015.
Monica practices exclusively in the area of immigration law, focusing primarily on family-based cases, deportation/removal defense, assisting victims of crime, advising individuals on avoiding the negative immigration consequences of criminal convictions and naturalization.. In addition to her private practice Monica has provided free legal services for asylum seekers, pro bono work through the American Immigration Lawyers' Association, Military Assistance Program, volunteered at local community immigration clinics, and is devoted to educating and advocating for her community. Monica is fluent in Spanish.
Carolina C. Gomez established the Orange County-based immigration and criminal law practice, The Law Office of Carolina C. Gomez, in 2012. Her office is currently located in Santa Ana, California.. As a native of Nicaragua, fluent in Spanish and English, clients often welcome her empathetic and effective approach to each case. A seasoned veteran in the courtroom, she’s handled thousands of immigration and family-based matters, in addition to criminal law cases such as DUI, drug crimes, domestic violence and other offenses.. Prior to opening her practice, she worked for several years as Senior Associate at U.S. Law Center. Previous positions included her role as an Associate at several diverse organizations including a renowned law firm in Los Angeles, where she handled many aspects of civil litigation cases and Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases.. She attended Western State University College of Law, where she earned a Business Law Certificate. After completing her law degree, she worked as a California State Bar Certified Law Clerk at the Practical Training of Law Students (PTLS). During her time at WSU Law, she interned at Community and Mission Hospitals as a law clerk. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Azusa Pacific University.. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Hispanic Bar Association, Orange County; and is a member of the State Bar of California; the Los Angeles Country Bar Association, Immigration Section; and the Orange County Bar Association.
If my answer is "Best Answer" or "Helpful," please mark it so because it helps me provide more free answers to the community in need. Prior to becoming a licensed attorney, I had over 15 years of work experience as a law clerk, interpreter and translator, frequently appearing in front of USCIS. I worked in immigration, political asylum, family law, and business law. I am a certified mediator for business and contract disputes, and I also mediate cases for the Superior Courts. I am a certified neutral under DRPA and I arbitrate cases for small/medium businesses. I am an advocate for survivors of domestic/family violence and human trafficking.
Yangkyoung Lee is a former investigative journalist who has a strong conviction in justice. She cares about people. She believes that people, especially those who find themselves lost in the confusing and intimidating maize of the legal system, deserve respect, and a competent lawyer.. Lee Justice Center, where Ms. Lee is a sole Principal Attorney, is not your average law office. You will meet a lawyer who is compassionate and passionate about helping her clients in their legal issues, but she is, at the same time, aggressive and competent enough to bring the case to trial if necessary. Even though Ms. Lee works out of San Diego, she accepts clients from anywhere in Southern California. She will not make her clients come to her office. Ms. Lee will go anywhere in Southern California to meet clients wherever there is a case.. Ms. Lee handles workers compensation and employment and labor matters such as, discrimination related to age, sex, or race, sexual harassment, family or medical leave, and civil rights cases on contingency . Lee also accepts personal injury cases involving dangerous conditions on public properties, construction sites, supermarkets, and automobile accidents, and civil rights cases on contingency. Ms. Lee is also very well versed in commercial litigation. Ms. Lee is proud to provide competent legal services in various practices of law at a reasonable cost. Lee Justice Center is a small law firm, which means, you will deal with the same lawyer who does your intake interview and who will handle your case until your case is closed. Ms. Lee is licensed to practice law in all state jurisdictions of California, and is also admitted in U.S. District Court, Southern District Court of California.
Certified Specialist, Immigration & Nationality Law, State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization.
Attorney Arzani is a Certified Specialist in Immigration & Nationality Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.. She migrated to the United States from Tehran, Iran in 1980. She arrived in the United States with her family and experienced firsthand the sacrifices families make in order to come to the United States. Prior to her arrival, she had lived in England as well as Spain.. Attorney Arzani gained an in depth understanding of various cultures and their individual needs through her passion to explore the world. She represents clients from all over the world. It is one thing to be able to represent clients worldwide, it is another thing to be able to truly understand and relate to them.. Attorney Arzani received her Bachelors of Arts in Accounting from California State University Fullerton. She later received her Masters in Business Administration with an emphasis in Organizational Management. She attended law school at Trinity International University as well as Tulane University Law School. During her second year of law school, she served as a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Judge James Bar of the United States Bankruptcy Court. She further advanced her legal career by studying abroad in Paris and obtaining a Paris Institute Certificate in European Legal Studies from Sorbonne. Among her distinguished memberships are: the California Bar Association, American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Los Angeles Bar Association. Prior to becoming an attorney, she worked at Fortune 500 companies such as Coca Cola and Harcourt Brace. Her love for humanity and giving back to society is what motivates her to practice Immigration law.
My practice is soley focused on immigration based cases. I have handled a variety of complex cases including but not limited to, citizenship, adjustment of status, extreme hardship waivers and removal defense before immigration court. I also have significant experience representing minors in state court for guardianship or custody petitions as they relate to Special Immigrant Juvenile Status. I previously worked as staff attorney with the nationally recognized non-profit organization, Kids in Need of Defense, KIND. Although I am now in private practice, I continue to support KIND’s efforts as a volunteer pro-bono attorney defending immigrant youth.. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of California, Merced where I graduated with high honors. Throughout law school, I was honored with several Witkin Awards for academic excellence.. I am licensed in California and also admitted to practice in the Executive Office for Immigration Review (known as EOIR or immigration court) in all locations across the United States. I am fluent in both English and Spanish.
I have been an immigration attorney for 15 years. I am one of only two Certified Legal Specialists in Immigration & Nationality Law by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization in Fresno County. I have 15 years of experience in immigration & nationality law. I am the president/owner of Clason Immigration Law Firm in downtown Fresno, California.. In 2013, 2014, and 2015, the American Society of Legal Advocates selected me as a Top 40 Under 40 Immigration Lawyer, and in 2014, and 2015, the National Trial Lawyers selected me as a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer. In 2015, the American Academy of Trial Attorneys selected me as a Premier 100 Trial Attorney, and in 2015, the National Advocates selected me as a Top 100 Lawyer. I have twice (in 2010 and 2014) received the Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services by the State Bar of California.. I have appeared on Fox News, ABC News, CBS News, and in the Fresno Bee and the Sacramento Bee. I am interviewed frequently on Univision-Fresno's Arriba Valle Central morning program.
I am a certified specialist in Immigration and Nationality law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. I have over 20 years experience representiing immigrants and their families from every part of the world.
Kelly O’Reilly is a founding partner of Wilner & O’Reilly, APLC, and is a former District Adjudications Officer for the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service in Los Angeles and Orange County. Given his expertise, he is an expert in all facets of Immigration Law. Mr. O’Reilly has defended clients facing removal from the United States as well as those seeking refuge from persecution under international asylum laws. Having represented celebrities, athletes and businessmen, Mr. O’Reilly is most at home helping families achieve their American dream. His unusual success rates stem from his empathetic understanding of his client’s situation and his undeterred determination to make sure each and every client achieves his or her immigration goals. This zealous advocacy has caused entire communities of friends and families to retain the law offices of Wilner & O’Reilly.
Practice AreasMailyan Law provides extensive legal services in the areas of Immigration Law. Founding Attorney Meline Mailyan has over 10 years of experience working with immigrants from all over the world and firm commitment to public service. When it comes to Immigration Law we assist clients obtain or keep their legal status in the U.S. handling all aspects of immigration law including Family-based petitions, DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Business and investment visas, asylum, U visas, citizenship and naturalization, deportation/removal defense.. ExperienceBefore opening up Mailyan Law, Ms. Mailyan has worked at a non-profit organization representing clients with immigration, family law, SSI and domestic violence issues. She has extensive experience working with vulnerable population and has received continuous feedback for her interpersonal skills. Ms. Mailyan is also an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, and the Armenian Bar Association. Ms. Mailyan is admitted to practice law in all California state courts and the United States District Court for the Central and Eastern Districts of California.. Ms. Mailyan is fluent in Armenian and Russian.. EducationMrs. Mailyan completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, Los Angeles in 2009 graduating with Magna Cum Laude. She earned Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a minor in Russian Languages. Ms. Mailyan received her Juris Doctorate in 2013 from the University of California, Davis School of Law. Ms. Mailyan clerked at the Immigration clinic for 2 years and gained extensive experience in representing immigrants with diverse legal issues. Ms. Mailyan also successfully graduated from The Public Service Law Program academic certification program by providing hundreds of hours of pro bono legal services. While in law school, Ms. Mailyan was a Moot Court Board member and upon graduation Ms. Mailyan was invited to join The Order of Barristers - a national honorary organization for graduating seniors who had demonstrated outstanding ability in the preparation and presentation of moot appellate argument.